Crestwood Country Day Camp Blog & News

Published on: 06/7/24 2:36 PM

Annie Jr. 2024

Published on: 06/7/24 2:36 PM

Drama Production This summer, the Crestwood Drama Program is excited to announce that we’ve got Annie! Annie Jr. will be making its way to the Crestwood stage. Get ready to join Annie, the orphans, Miss Hannigan, Mr. Warbucks, and the rest of the gang in this fun story about family and always remembering that the sun will come out tomorrow.

Children entering 2nd through 6th grade who have an interest in drama are welcome to join in this fantastic production. There is a part for everyone! Since the show will be presented in the 7th week of camp, all cast members must be enrolled for the 7th week of camp. Auditions for this production will take place during the first week of camp. If your child would like to audition but is not available the first week of camp, please send a video of your child singing any song they like via email to crestwooddrama@gmail.com.

Crestwood is excited to announce our new drama staff for this summer. Taking over as Drama Director is Carolanne Mazur. Carolanne is a teacher in the Hampton Bays school district where she directs and music directs her school productions. She is also the music director of the North Babylon Youth Center summer production. Sam Schelin, a student at LIU studying to get her BFA in Musical Theater, will be working alongside Carolanne. They are both super excited to be joining the Crestwood family and can’t wait to work with your kids!

After 9 years of running the Crestwood Drama Program, Jared Glazer has been promoted to Associate Program Director and will be overseeing all the Performing Arts areas at Crestwood. We look forward to seeing Jared take the Crestwood Arts to new heights.

Please fill out this google form to let us know your interest in our Crestwood Performing Arts programs.

Please note: The form is not required for your child to be in one of our clubs. Campers can make their own decision to join clubs when at camp. Likewise, we will not “force” a child to participate, even if a parent signs them up.

We’re looking forward to all the amazing performances happening at Crestwood this summer!

Questions about the Annie Drama Show, you can contact Jared at crestwooddrama@gmail.com

Crestwood’s Got Talent 2024

Published on: 06/6/24 4:46 PM

Crestwood’s Got Talent is our Mid Summer Show that will take place during WEEK 4 of the Summer. Crestwood’s Got Talent is a fun themed variety show that allows our campers to learn, develop and showcase their talents in singing, dance, acting or comedy either in solo or ensemble performances. Campers entering 2nd to 6th grade are eligible and are required to spend some of their elective periods rehearsing.

Please fill out this google form to let us know your interest in our Crestwood Performing Arts programs.

We’re looking forward to all the amazing performances happening at Crestwood this summer!

Questions about Rock Band or Mid Summer Show- you can contact Bruce at cwrockband56@gmail.com

2024 Important Dates & Reminders

Published on: 06/4/24 1:41 PM

There is so much that goes into a summer at Crestwood. Our ultimate goal is to see your child smile, make life-long friends, try new things, gain confidence, develop independence, and love their counselors. With that in mind, we want you to keep some important dates and reminders in mind to ensure that your child has the best Summer EVER!

Important Dates & Reminders:

Clothing & Family Fun Day – Saturday, June 22th from 10 AM to 3 PM – This special day is an opportunity for families to visit CRESTWOOD, familiarize themselves with their child’s Group Leader, drop off recommended clothing (see PARENT INFO GUIDE) for use during the summer, meet key members of the CRESTWOOD team and generally enjoy the grounds and facilities.
Bus Information – Bus Counselors and Drivers will be contacting families about bus information by June 22nd. For those driving their child to and from camp, instructions will be sent the week prior to camp (or see the PARENT INFO GUIDE).
Opening Day – Thursday, June 27th; Last Day – Friday, August 23rd
Crestwood is Closed on Thursday, July 4th AND Friday, July 5th.
Trip Calendars for campers entering 5th grade and older – click here to view
Medical & Personal Info Forms and Medication Prescriptions are now due. Please click here to log in and complete any necessary outstanding forms.

If you have any concerns about your child at camp or if there is any information about your child that would help us make his/her experience a success, please contact your Division Head or a Camp Director as soon as possible.

2024 LUNCH MENU & ALLERGY INFO

Published on: 05/30/24 7:20 PM

LUNCH MENU (& ALLERGY INFO) – Click Here
Parents tell us how much their kids love Crestwood lunches! If necessary, please return the Allergy Sub Form by June 1st and include your child’s name and food allergy on the top of the menu.

You can click the live links in the allergy sub form to view the nutritional and allergen information of each Menu item or click here to view it on our website.

If you have any health or allergy questions about our menu or food options, please contact Heather in the office at heatherbermancw@gmail.com.

2024 Special Events

Published on: 05/29/24 11:46 AM

SPECIAL EVENTS 2024 CALENDAR – CLICK HERE
Children look forward to our special events all year. Every year, new and exciting special events are mixed with popular Crestwood favorites to create a summer calendar filled with fun, adventure, and spirit. Your child will come home every day eager to tell you about the fun they had and excited about what awaits them tomorrow.

This summer, campers can look forward to the Water Carnival, the K-Cup Tournament, Crestwood Games (our Color War), Dress-Up Days, Group Talent Shows, Regatta Races, Table Top Escape Games and of course the Crestwood Carnival. Many more camp-wide and divisional events plus surprises are in store for your children this summer. Our Division Heads and Group Leaders will keep you up to date all summer about which events are for your child’s age group and what’s coming up next.

Parent Information Guide 2024

Published on: 05/28/24 11:51 AM

Parent Information Guide 2024 (Click here)

It is with great pleasure that we welcome your family to Crestwood Day Camp. We are very proud of the camp community we have created and have prepared this guide as a way to help prepare you for the summer experience of a lifetime. Our Parent Guide covers just about everything you need to know about Crestwood Day Camp from A to Z. Please refer to this guide to help you prepare for the exciting and enriching summer experience that lies ahead.

Our staff works hard to get to know your child as an individual and help them find the extraordinary person within. We thank you for entrusting your children to us this summer. We hope you are as excited as we are for an exciting summer at Crestwood Day Camp. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns.

Warm Regards,
Mark Transport & Mark Hemmerdinger- Owners & Directors
Jeff Deutsch & Stephanie Steiner – Directors
Ken Korder- Associate Director

Countdown to Camp Checklist

Published on: 04/16/24 1:10 PM

WELCOME CRESTWOOD FAMILIES NEW AND RETURNING!
Spring is here and that means that CAMP is right around the corner.

To help you get ready for Crestwood, please see our
COUNTDOWN TO CAMP CHECKLIST

Mark Your Calendars (more info to follow): Saturday, June 22^nd Family Fun & Clothing Day from 10AM – 3PM. Meet your child’s Group Leader, Administrators & other campers, see the camp, and drop off your packing list items.
Packing List (Not for Teens): 3 Bathing Suits, Sunscreen, Sweatshirt, Sweatpants, Rain Jacket, Extra Pair of Shorts, T-shirt, Underwear, Socks. For those not toilet trained – Diapers/Swim Diapers. Label and drop off items in a bag at Family Fun Day. Crestwood provides towels for swim. Towels from home are not allowed at camp.
Medical Exam & Medical Authorization Forms: All Medical Forms must be filled out and uploaded to your Camp InTouch Account. Campers can NOT start camp without them. Start making those Well Visit Check Up Appointments. Click here for more information and instructions.
Personal Information Forms (Not for Teens or Leadership): Completed online in your Camp InTouch Account to give your child’s Group Leader, Division Head, and Directors pertinent information about your child.
For Campers Using Bus Transportation: Due ASAP – Please call or email the office if you have moved or if your pick up/drop off address has changed.

2024 Post-School/Pre-Camp Program

2024 Post-School/Pre-Camp Program

Monday, June 10th – Wednesday, June 26th
(Closed Wednesday, June 19th)
Discounted Rates until May 1st

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE

Crestwood will once again offer a Post-School/Pre-Camp Program for those going into Nursery through 1st Grade. This program will take place between the end of many local preschools and the start of summer camp from Monday, June 10th to Wednesday, June 26th, closed Wednesday June 19th. The program is open to Crestwood families and friends who do not attend Crestwood.

Our discounted rates will expire May 1, 2024. For details about the program and to enroll click here. If you have any questions, please let us know.